What is Cellulite, and Why Do I Have It?

It’s time to love the appearance of your hips, thighs, and buttocks. If cellulite is stopping you from being as confident in your body as you want to be, treatments at Coolspa can smooth your cellulite and help you achieve your goals. Your Coolspa team is here to help you understand what causes this very common condition and how you can treat it. 

What is Cellulite?

The vast majority of women have at least some cellulite, a harmless condition that might affect your confidence. Cellulite often appears as dimpled, uneven skin on the buttocks, thighs, and hips. There are varying degrees of cellulite, ranging from mild cellulite that is only visible when pinched to more significant cellulite that is always visible. 

Cellulite is caused by accumulated fat cells being pushed against the skin’s surface. When the fibrous septae that connect the skin to the muscles beneath are tightened by the expansion of fat cells in between, they pull down, causing an uneven texture to appear on the skin. This process occurring under the skin not only causes the dimpling of cellulite but also contributes to skin laxity and overall textural changes.

We have moved past the days of blaming cellulite on weight. Even very slender people can have it, and genetics play a strong role regardless of your body weight. At Coolspa, we view cellulite as a normal part of the human body, and it only requires treatment if it affects how you feel about yourself. 

What Can I Do To Get Rid of Cellulite? 

If you have tried topical treatments or other methods but want better results, it may be time for professional-grade cellulite treatment. Revolutionary technology like Aveli™ is safe and effective. Often, a multi-treatment approach is the best way to eliminate cellulite and its secondary effects (e.g. skin laxity, and thinning).

What Treatments Are Available to Treat Cellulite?

Your Coolspa team offers the most state-of-the-art cellulite treatments for maximum results.

Aveli™

Aveli™ is a new cellulite treatment more precise and effective than other treatments on the market, even Cellfina®. 

The Aveli™ device allows your provider to manually disrupt the septa that cause cellulite, all with only one or two tiny incisions. By treating each fibrous band individually, your provider can ensure it has been fully released, eliminating the tension that causes cellulite to appear. The device’s tip has a light that guides your Coolspa provider by showing the tool’s exact location and depth. This way, your provider can visualize each band as he treats it for maximum precision. 

Morpheus8

Morpheus8 combines microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy to improve skin texture and tightness. Morpheus8 is a “subdermal adipose remodeling device” or SARD. Tiny needles penetrate the skin, triggering collagen production. The RF energy can travel deep into the subdermal tissue for optimal skin improvements. This state-of-the-art regenerative technology can dramatically reduce the appearance of cellulite. The best results are achieved after a series of three or more treatments.  

Resonic™

Resonic™ uses sound waves to improve the appearance of cellulite. These sound waves travel through the skin in rapid pulses that target the septae, more than 100 times a second. Resonic™ loosens these fibrous bands without the bruising or soreness of many other treatments. Each session is quick, only lasting 30 to 60 minutes, and just a few sessions are needed. This innovative option for cellulite treatment provides impressive results with little to no downtime. 

Am I a Candidate for Cellulite Treatment?

Most people who have cellulite are good candidates for treatment. Ideal candidates want to improve the overall appearance of cellulite on their bodies. Some of our cellulite treatments are not recommended for pregnant patients or those with certain medical conditions. To discuss your treatment options more in-depth and learn which is right for you, schedule a consultation with one of the experts at Coolspa.